Lincoln
€7.70m
Peterborough
€9.55m
Preview
Welcome to our Lincoln vs Peterborough prediction, where we break down the numbers, the tactics, and the drama behind this League One encounter on January 4, 2026. Whether you’re a stats lover, a betting enthusiast, or just here for the story, this preview has you covered—without the jargon or the fluff.
Lincoln City, currently riding high in second place with 44 points, have turned their home ground into something of a fortress. With 8 wins, 2 draws, and just a single defeat at home, the Imps have made Sincil Bank a tough place for any visitor. Their recent form is even more impressive: 4 wins and a draw in their last five matches. Peterborough United, meanwhile, are having a season of ups and downs, sitting 14th with 29 points and a patchy away record—just 4 wins from 10 road trips.
Looking at the head to head record, things are surprisingly even. Since 2005, Lincoln and Peterborough have met 19 times, with each side winning 6 and 7 matches ending in a draw. However, recent history tilts in Lincoln’s favor: they’ve won the last two meetings, including a 5-1 thumping at home and a 3-0 away win in 2025. If you’re a fan of patterns, this could be a good omen for the hosts.
Now, let’s get nerdy with the numbers. Our Lincoln vs Peterborough prediction is built on a mountain of stats and a dash of common sense. Here’s what the data says:
In summary, our Lincoln vs Peterborough prediction points to a tight, tactical contest. Lincoln’s home strength and recent head to head success make them favorites, but injuries up front could blunt their attack. Peterborough, under new management and with a full squad, will fancy their chances of nicking a point. The smart money is on under 3.45 total goals, and a 1-1 draw looks like a solid shout. Whether you’re betting or just watching, expect a game of fine margins—and maybe a few nervous moments for both sets of fans.
So, grab your favorite snack, settle in, and let’s see if the stats and our Lincoln vs Peterborough prediction hit the back of the net!
Welcome to our Lincoln vs Peterborough prediction, where we break down the numbers, the tactics, and the drama behind this League One encounter on January 4, 2026. Whether you’re a stats lover, a betting enthusiast, or just here for the story, this preview has you covered—without the jargon or the fluff.
Lincoln City, currently riding high in second place with 44 points, have turned their home ground into something of a fortress. With 8 wins, 2 draws, and just a single defeat at home, the Imps have made Sincil Bank a tough place for any visitor. Their recent form is even more impressive: 4 wins and a draw in their last five matches. Peterborough United, meanwhile, are having a season of ups and downs, sitting 14th with 29 points and a patchy away record—just 4 wins from 10 road trips.
Looking at the head to head record, things are surprisingly even. Since 2005, Lincoln and Peterborough have met 19 times, with each side winning 6 and 7 matches ending in a draw. However, recent history tilts in Lincoln’s favor: they’ve won the last two meetings, including a 5-1 thumping at home and a 3-0 away win in 2025. If you’re a fan of patterns, this could be a good omen for the hosts.
Now, let’s get nerdy with the numbers. Our Lincoln vs Peterborough prediction is built on a mountain of stats and a dash of common sense. Here’s what the data says:
In summary, our Lincoln vs Peterborough prediction points to a tight, tactical contest. Lincoln’s home strength and recent head to head success make them favorites, but injuries up front could blunt their attack. Peterborough, under new management and with a full squad, will fancy their chances of nicking a point. The smart money is on under 3.45 total goals, and a 1-1 draw looks like a solid shout. Whether you’re betting or just watching, expect a game of fine margins—and maybe a few nervous moments for both sets of fans.
So, grab your favorite snack, settle in, and let’s see if the stats and our Lincoln vs Peterborough prediction hit the back of the net!
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Peterborough can be tired due to frequent matches
U3.5 -278
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -278X 245
The match is expected to end in a drawUnder 3.5 -278
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -141
Both teams are expected to score1X&U4.5 -154
Home win/draw and under 4.5 goals
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Peterborough |
27-Sep-25
0:3
| Lincoln ![]() |
Lincoln |
25-Jan-25
5:1
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Peterborough |
14-Sep-24
1:1
| Lincoln ![]() |
Lincoln |
27-Jan-24
0:0
| Peterborough ![]() |
Peterborough |
07-Oct-23
2:0
| Lincoln ![]() |
Lincoln |
18-Mar-23
0:3
| Peterborough ![]() |
Peterborough |
20-Aug-22
4:0
| Lincoln ![]() |
Peterborough |
01-May-21
3:3
| Lincoln ![]() |
Lincoln |
09-Jan-21
1:1
| Peterborough ![]() |
Lincoln |
01-Jan-20
2:1
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| 17 Jan |
Luton.
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| Lincoln.
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| 04 Jan | W |
Lincoln.
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5:2
| Peterborough.
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| 01 Jan | D |
Lincoln.
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1:1
| Huddersfield.
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| 29 Dec | W |
Barnsley.
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0:2
| Lincoln.
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| 26 Dec | W |
Stockport.
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1:2
| Lincoln.
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| 20 Dec | W |
Lincoln.
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2:1
| Cardiff.
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| 13 Dec | D |
Blackpool.
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2:2
| Lincoln.
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| 09 Dec | W |
Lincoln.
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3:1
| Barnsley.
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| 02 Dec | L |
Lincoln.
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0:2
| Huddersfield.
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| 29 Nov | W |
Lincoln.
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1:0
| Port Vale.
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| 17 Jan | Peterborough. |
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Plymouth.![]() | |
| 10 Jan | W | Peterborough. |
3:1 |
Bolton.![]() |
| 04 Jan | L | Lincoln. |
5:2 |
Peterborough.![]() |
| 01 Jan | W | Rotherham. |
0:2 |
Peterborough.![]() |
| 29 Dec | D | Peterborough. |
1:1 |
Reading.![]() |
| 26 Dec | W | Peterborough. |
1:0 |
Leyton Orien.![]() |
| 20 Dec | W | Port Vale. |
0:1 |
Peterborough.![]() |
| 13 Dec | W | Peterborough. |
2:1 |
Northampton.![]() |
| 09 Dec | W | Reading. |
1:2 |
Peterborough.![]() |
| 06 Dec | L | Peterborough. |
0:1 |
Barnsley.![]() |
England - League One| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Cardiff | 25 | 43-25 | 52 |
| 2 |
Lincoln | 25 | 40-26 | 48 |
| 3 |
Bradford | 24 | 34-25 | 46 |
| 4 |
Stockport Coun | 25 | 34-30 | 42 |
| 5 |
Huddersfield | 26 | 45-35 | 39 |
| 6 |
Bolton | 25 | 32-25 | 39 |
| 7 |
Luton | 25 | 35-30 | 38 |
| 8 |
Stevenage | 23 | 27-20 | 37 |
| 9 |
Reading | 24 | 32-28 | 35 |
| 10 |
Peterborough | 25 | 33-34 | 35 |
| 11 |
Wycombe | 25 | 32-28 | 33 |
| 12 |
Mansfield Town | 23 | 31-28 | 32 |
| 13 |
AFC Wimbledon | 24 | 27-33 | 31 |
| 14 |
Exeter City | 24 | 25-23 | 30 |
| 15 |
Wigan | 24 | 26-27 | 30 |
| 16 |
Plymouth | 25 | 32-39 | 30 |
| 17 |
Barnsley | 21 | 33-33 | 29 |
| 18 |
Leyton Orient | 25 | 36-42 | 29 |
| 19 |
Blackpool | 25 | 31-37 | 29 |
| 20 |
Northampton | 24 | 22-28 | 29 |
| 21 |
Burton Albion | 24 | 23-34 | 27 |
| 22 |
Rotherham | 24 | 22-35 | 24 |
| 23 |
Doncaster | 24 | 24-41 | 23 |
| 24 |
Port Vale | 23 | 18-31 | 18 |